In 2006 I moved to Qatar and things are not what many people in North America would expect - it is not like how the Middle East is portrayed in the media. I'm also a fan of skepticism and science so wondered how this works here in Qatar. Since I'm here for a while I figured I'd use the time to get to know this country better and with this blog you can learn along with me. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - So what posts have been popular recently . . .

Thursday, May 09, 2013

Tim Hortons is Open in Qatar!

I went to Ezdan Mall today and sure enough Tim Hortons is open for business!

Evidence:

Bonus info for all you Canadians out there:

• Donuts cost QAR 5 each, not 8 as I previously reported. Other pastries start around QAR 8. A box of six donuts is QAR 27.
• Sandwiches are available, as is soup and chili.
• Of course there are Timbits
• As you can see from the picture of my donut there were no Maple Dip donuts available, but I'm assuming they will have them (I think they were sold out).
• The place is small, I think there was maybe 8 tables. Once the mall is fully open chances are you'll have to get take away unless they can put some tables out in the mall.
• I think it was their first day of operation so service was a bit chaotic and definitely not as speedy and polished as typical for Tim Hortons. Be patient, I’m sure the staff will soon get the hang of it.